PETALING JAYA: Meat, eggs and dairy products are safe to consume if handled and cooked properly, say experts. “These drug-resistant bacteria might contaminate foods like meat, eggs and milk, but the bacteria will not transmit to humans if the foods are properly cooked as most of the bacteria could not survive. To minimise exposure to drug-resistant bacteria, both experts recommended strict hygiene in the kitchen including washing hands before and after handling raw meat, cleaning utensils and surfaces thoroughly, and keeping raw and cooked food separate. “We can’t eliminate bacteria completely, but we can reduce the risks through safe handling, cooking, and proper food hygiene,” he said. The committee is made up of agencies spanning human health, animal health, food safety and environmental sectors.

Source: The Star January 03, 2026 09:35 UTC